STIHL 23 RH3 Rapid hexa chain

If your saw feels held back in tough wood, this chain helps you cut faster with control. The STIHL Rapid Hexa 3 (RH3) .325" chain combines a narrow kerf with an innovative full-chisel tooth shape for high cutting speed and clean results, even when working across the grain.

Built around the STIHL HEXA system, the tooth and file are designed to match perfectly, so even occasional users can resharpen quickly and keep a near-ideal angle. The result: longer sharpness and consistent, accurate cuts with low vibration and reduced kickback.

Where it excels

• Felling and de-limbing with .325" mid-size saws
• Bucking thicker hardwood into stove-length pieces
• Fast cross-grain cutting where speed matters
• Professional forestry and demanding farm work

Why you’ll like it

• Innovative HEXA tooth for high cutting speed
• Stays sharp up to 50% longer
• Low-vibration, controlled cutting feel
• Reduced kickback thanks to bumper drive links

In daily use

The chain tracks precisely and resists chatter, making it easy to place the bar accurately. Sharpening is straightforward with the dedicated Hexa file, helping you get back to work fast with repeatable results.

Capacity and specs

• Chain pitch: .325" (8.25 mm)
• Gauge: 1.3 mm (.050")
• Drive links: 62
• Cutter type: Full chisel
• System: STIHL HEXA (use Hexa file only)
• Cutting performance: up to 20% higher
• Edge retention: stays sharp up to 50% longer

Tip from gardenmachineshop.com

Mark your bar size and drive link count on the saw’s cover—when it’s time to replace the chain, you can match the exact spec in seconds.